2016 Year in Review: 5 Most-Read Stories on Wilmington Patch

WILMINGTON, MA — Wilmington Patch had a busy year in 2016. As we wind down 2016, we are counting down the biggest stories of the year

Readers clicked on stories on various topics ranging from crime, local politics, restaurant openings and everything in between. Here are the 10 most-read stories on Wilmington Patch from the year that was.

1. Body of Missing North Andover Woman Believed to be Found in Wilmington

The body of Ira Jaan Simbulan was found on Glen Road in Wilmington in August.

2. Pedestrian Killed in Crash at Rite Aid in Wilmington

A vehicle driven by an elderly Wilmington woman struck the pedestrian and two other unoccupied vehicles in the Rite Aid parking lot.

3. James M. Rooney, 12, of Wilmington

Cherished son, beloved brother, loving grandson, dear nephew and cousin.

4. Widespread Power Outages in Wilmington and Reading

Residents in both communities reported power outages after a transformer issue in Reading impacted power to both communities.

5. Suspect in Custody in Wilmington Following Lawrence Chase

One suspect was caught in the parking lot at Shawsheen Elementary in Wilmington, another caught after fleeing on foot in Woburn.

What were the most memorable stories of the year for you? Let us know in the comments section.